50 Best Dive Bars in Houston

Dan Electro's Dive Bar • $$
1031 E 24th St, Houston

“We always have the best time playing at Dan Electro's! The vibe is electric, the staff is super friendly, and the crowd brings amazing energy every time. It’s one of those venues that just feels good to play—great sound, great people, and a true appreciation for live music. We’re always looking forward to our next showcase here!“

4.8 Superb158 Reviews
Three Sheets Bar & Grill Dive Bar • $
1900 S Kirkwood Rd # G, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Steak N Potato Thursday w All Fixins
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
Fried Pickles with Ranch
Steak & Potato Thursday
Steak & Baked Potato
Thursday Steak Night
Steak and Potato
Fried Mushrooms
Potato Toppings
Tortilla Soup

“Great place,Great vibe.Feels like family.“

4.8 Superb85 Reviews
Westwind Club Dive Bar • $
5905 Guhn Rd, Houston

“Solid country bar that's been around since the 90's with live music on Saturday nights. This place is legit, with sawdust on the dance floor and all. Everyone here was super kind and welcoming, and the staff made us feel like family. Highly recommend planning your next 2 stepping date or line dancing night here, there's way more room to move and dance around than some of the other spots we've been to. Cheap drinks as well, with a really cool bartender. You can't beat old school. :)“

4.6 Superb33 Reviews
El Tueanazo Dive Bar • $$
7108 Clarewood Dr, Houston

“Had alot of fun lastnight🧡“

5 Superb2 Reviews
Angel Share Bar • $
924 Congress St, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Giant Chocolate Chip Cookies
Bacon Wrapped Jalapeños
Espresso Martini Shots
Chicken Tender Basket
Chips and Queso
Waffle Fries

“They ALWAYS have a good bourbon selection and the staff knows bourbon well.“

4.9 Superb83 Reviews
Loose Cannon Bar Bar • $
8518 Long Point Rd, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Pearl

“Nice place to hang. Great bartenders.“

4.6 Superb78 Reviews
Lil' Danny Speedo's Go Fly a Kite Lounge Bar • $
823 Dumble St, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Tequila Shot & a Shiner
Craft Beer

“Did this place have a diff name? I think my dad visited in the 80's, maybe was a cantina back then.“

4.4 Superb55 Reviews
Nickel City Bar • $
2910 McKinney St Suite 500, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Tater Tots

“Fun place to have a drink and start the night for some east austin fun!!“

4.5 Superb102 Reviews
The Kickback Bar Bar • $
4401 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Chopped Cheese Loaded Fries
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Popcorn Chicken PO-Boy
Boudin Balls

“Always a good time at The Kickback Bar! Great place, great staff, great food and drinks!“

4.8 Superb59 Reviews
Black Magic Social Club Bar • $
7036 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston

“𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘀𝗼 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 #spiritualfatherbright 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗺𝘆 𝗲𝘅 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗲 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗸𝗲 𝘂𝗽 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝟳 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 𝗮𝗴𝗼💔. 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗮 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝘆 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝘁 . 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗹❤️, 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗵𝗶𝗺 𝗻𝗼𝘄“

4.7 Superb82 Reviews
Moon Tower Inn American • $
3004 Canal St, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Duck Weiner with Apple Brandy Sauce Plus Chef's Choice of Toppings
4 Cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Rabbit World Famous Tubesteak
Smoked Out Buffalo
Beer Prairie Bomb
Cheech Burger
Veggie Burger
Chong Burger
Bob Burger
Craft Beer

“Had a couple Wit beers, some Root Beer Mead, and an Apple Duck Brandy sausage. Great stuff.

Took one sausage home, the Duck and Foie Gras with Chef toppings.

Holy cow, this one is even better. Like, stunningly...

Pretty sure my first time going was about 10 years ago.

Glad to see it's still a gem.“

4.6 Superb215 Reviews
Harrisburg Country Club Bar • $
3618 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Cheese Burger
Cuban Sandwich
Onion Rings
Tater Tots
Hamburger
Corndog
Fries

“Where wife’s and girl friends should never meet“

4.6 Superb37 Reviews
D&W Lounge Lounges • $
911 Milby St, Houston

“Every time I go here I am welcomed with old and new friends from the past and present. Sitting around drinking buckets of beers and staring at the awesome view of downtown Houston. This Eastside hang out is a must to go to. Chat with the locals and get the feel of old Houston like it used to be!!“

4.5 Superb50 Reviews
The East End Bar Bar •
7011 Capitol St, Houston

“We gone rocc and roll. come see about us #TEAMUNITY2022 #therealmrbluejay“

5 Superb14 Reviews
Sassafras Bar • $
5022 Pinemont Dr, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Chicken Club

“A lovely little neighborhood bar with a small parking lot and indoor, outdoor, and bar seating options. They had a little cash-only taco bar outside (I think it was $5/taco, I didn't have any). Happy hour daily from 4-8PM was $1 off draft beers that I could tell (my happy hour drinks were between $5.50-$6.50 each, and one off happy hour was $6.50). The staff were very considerate in raising the umbrellas outside so that we could see each other across the table. Inside was clean, had some cool little retro options and a pool table. Would definitely come back.“

4.7 Superb54 Reviews
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Sunny's

Sunny's Bar • $
902 Capitol St, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Jello Shot Sunnys Special
Beer Bucket

“Love the Atmosphere, Bartenders were fantastic“

4.4 Superb94 Reviews
Scotty's Pubs • $
10943 Scarsdale Blvd, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Adult Grilled Cheese with Pork Belly Add on and Vegas Fries
Grown Up Grilled Cheese
Mac-N-Cheese-5 Cheese
Crispy Duck Wings
Pork Belly Tacos
Boom Boom Shrimp
Chicken Tenders
Scottish Eggs
Shrimp Tacos
Rob's Pozole

“Convinced the in-laws to come for dinner, they absolutely enjoyed the lettuce wraps and dessert. "Turk" has always been a fan. Love it guys“

4.6 Superb96 Reviews
West Alabama Ice House Bar • $
1919 W Alabama St, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Pastor and Fajita Tacos from Across the Street
Karbach Craft Beer
5 O Clock Pilsner
Street Tacos
Yellow Rose
Shiner
Prices

“I was just down the street doing laundry and I had about an hour to wait, so i started walking down the street and came upon WAlabama Ice house, they where playing slow soft music. So I went in and ordered a beer, the bar tender was very polite and the people around me were super friendly, I almost wished I could stay longer, I even meet a very sweet women there. But i soon had to go and get my laundry and take it home.“

4.4 Superb78 Reviews
The Shiloh Club Bar • $
1321 Studewood St, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Chili Cheese
Lemon Drop

“nice atmosphere, friendly staff“

4.6 Superb71 Reviews
BimboZ Saloon Bar • $$
10634 Cossey Rd, Houston

“Come in and experience bimboz 🖤💙“

4.7 Superb37 Reviews
Hunters Pub Cocktail Bar • $
10549 S Post Oak Rd, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Crock Pot Pulled Pork Sandwich
Thursday Steak Night
Gouache Homemade
Jack & Coke
Dos Equis

“Been coming here for almost 20 years and a great place in the neighborhood. Reasonable priced drinks, steak nite on Thursdays, Karaoke 3 nights a week, drink Specials and Book your party here!“

4.4 Superb55 Reviews
T.K. Bittermans Cocktail Bar • $
2010 W Alabama St, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Chicago-Style Hot Dog
Chicago Dog

“It is rare to find a tiny, friendly, non-douchey bar in the inner loop in Houston to have one cocktail on your way home from work in the most walkable area of this city. This is one of few. It is also "local Houston." It's the way it used to be when many similar bars existed here. It is technically smaller than Manhatten bars in a town where EVERYTHING, including restaurant serving sizes, will feed four people on one entree. If you want to know this city for who it actually is, visit old-school mom-and-pop shops like this.“

4.7 Superb31 Reviews
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Griff's

Griff's Irish Pub • $
3416 Roseland St, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich or Burrito
Tuesday Night Steak Dinner

“Griffs is back! The new building is awesome with around 20 TVs to watch sports. The menu with lunch and dinner specials is also back. They do a really good steak night. Trivia night is also a big deal. The people are friendly and an eclectic mix. Griffs is an easy going, neighborhood bar that welcomes people from all over the city.“

4.6 Superb53 Reviews
Grand Prize Bar • $
1010 Banks St, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Tacorlando Tacos Every Sunday
La Hermana Quesadilla
Grilled Veggies
Corn in a Cup
Hot Wings BPC
Quesadillas
Hot Dog
Fries

“This is the first time my husband and I went to this bar. The second we walked I knew that I would come back. The drinks are really good. The cocktails are delicious and the atmosphere is super chill. We didn’t get any food, but the kitchen smelled really good.“

4.3 Superb126 Reviews
Boondocks Bar • $
1417 Westheimer Rd, Houston

“Was recommended by one of the staff members. Great spot, but some of the patrons seem to be very bias and disrespectfully opinionated. It could have been due to a recent prison release or just plain stupid. AWKWARD MOMENT. However, service and drinks were spectacular.“

4.6 Superb45 Reviews
Nomad Tavern Bar • $
2133 Bingle Rd, Houston

“Loved it!! Great place to grab a cold drink and catch up with old friends and make new ones. Definitely will be back soon!!! MONEY!!

Vegetarian options: The beer is made of wheat…

Parking: Parking was made easy, and was not CRITICAL!

Wheelchair accessibility: There is a ramp located on the side of the building.“

4.6 Superb45 Reviews
The Dirt Bar Bar • $
1209 Caroline St, Houston

Customers` Favorites

St Arnold´S Seasonal
St Arnold´S Art Car
Modelo Especial
Hefenweizen
Zeigenbock
Dos xx
I Don

“Pure Gothic & Metal Vibes!“

4.5 Superb122 Reviews
Char Bar Bar • $
305 Travis St, Houston

“Owner Mike is a tailor as well as a bartender. This bar was originally a tailor shop with bar added later and both have collectively been in operation for 88 YEARS!It is a very eclectic place with old style bar feel. One may also see someone walk into the bar for an alteration or have a suit made and have a drink in the process.Char Bar is a MUST for someone visiting downtown Houston.We just LUV IT!“

4.6 Superb35 Reviews
Lone Star Saloon Bar • $
1900 Travis St, Houston

Customers` Favorites

During Astos Game

“This place is my safe space after work! I retreat here for peace of mind, good people , great staff and owner and alot of laughs and great memories!!!? Come see for yourself!!!! 😉

Vegetarian options: Beer and Liquour!

Kid-friendliness: Dont bring your kids unless you want to go to jail its a dive bar!

Wheelchair accessibility: Very accessible for wheel chair bound guest“

4.3 Superb66 Reviews
Dive Right Inn Bar • $
2302 McAllister Rd, Houston

“This dive bar is a hidden gem!

It is a "bring your own liquor" bar with a variety of set-ups to make your favorite cocktails. They have a pretty good selection of canned and bottled beer, as well as a small selection of snacks to munch on.

There are 2 pool tables, 3 TVs to watch games on and a nice sized backyard for bands or outdoor socializing/smoking.“

4.8 Superb12 Reviews
T A's Cargo Club Dive Bar • $
3604 Mangum Rd B, Houston

“Always a fun time. Cold beer and lively conversation“

4.7 Superb13 Reviews
McCarty's Bar • $
503 McCarty St, Houston

“Their bar keep Alice is thebomb.com“

5 Superb6 Reviews
Shady Acres Saloon Dive Bar • $
1115 W 19th St, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Yuengling Craft Beer
Sweet Baby Jesus
Popcorn

“Most fun, affordable, unpretentious place in the whole neighborhood! Great staff and patrons! Always a great time!“

4.4 Superb143 Reviews
Velvet Oak Tavern Bar & Grill • $
2221 W Alabama St, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Fried Green Tomatoes
Chicken and Waffles
Yardbird Sandwhich
Cauliflower Snaxxx
Chicken & Waffle
Burger and Fries
Breakfast Sando
Chips & Salsa
Tavern Burger
Chicken Wings

“This place is one of my favorite taverns in Houston! The bar tender is always attentive and super friendly. The space is very comfortable and has lots of cozy nooks to chill out in. Great events and twice a week they host drop in games of Dungeons and Dragons, just show up and play! Professional DMs run the games and a seat at a game costs only about 10 or 15 bucks for a 3 to 4 hour one shot session. Oh! And monday steak night!!! It's actually really good steak.“

4.4 Superb118 Reviews
Big Star Bar Bar • $
1005 W 19th St, Houston

“NICE PLACE AND PEOPLE GREAT BAND“

4.4 Superb73 Reviews
Catty Corner Ice House Bar • $
895 Wakefield Dr, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Dos Equis Bucket

“Where everyone knows your name…“

4.2 Good44 Reviews
El Diamante Azul Lounge Sports Bar Sports Bar • $$
2957 Bingle Rd, Houston

“In my opinion it is one of the quietest places and has a beautiful atmosphere. There is no smell of cigarettes. And anyone who doesn't like it should go somewhere else and there is no need to harm a place that is just starting to work. As Hispanics, we have to support others who are fighting in this country.“

4.3 Superb7 Reviews
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NJ's

NJ's Bar • $
3815 Mangum Rd, Houston

“Absolutely FANTASTIC. Great karaoke, great cheap drinks and wonderful service.“

4.3 Superb44 Reviews
Sammie J's Bar & Grill • $
9717 N Houston Rosslyn Rd, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Tender Basket w Fries Cream Gravy and Texas Toast
Double Bacon Cheeseburger
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Grilled Chicken Salad
Grilled Ham & Cheese
Philly Cheese Steak
Spicy Curly Fries
Breakfast Burger
Double Hamburger
Cheese Sticks W

“Sammie J's is the heart and soul of the neighborhood. I’ve been coming here since 2008, and it’s been phenomenal every time. It’s one of the few dive bars around with a full kitchen—and the food is seriously good. Pro tip: don’t miss Wednesday Steak Nights, cooked by Sammie herself. Delicious, affordable, and always hits the spot.

The bartenders—Annie, Molly, Chase, and of course Sammie J—are top-notch. Friendly, fast, and they treat you like family. The vibe leans conservative, so just know that going in, but it’s a welcoming place for all. It’s truly a “where everybody knows your name” kind of spot.

They’ve got karaoke on certain nights with fun, talented locals, plus a solid jukebox when it's off. There’s also a back patio, pool tables, game machines, great drink specials, and a full menu with a ton of variety. Bonus: they do events and catering too.

If you're looking for good people, good drinks, great food, and a real local vibe—Sammie J’s is it. A true Houston gem.“

4.3 Superb64 Reviews
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The Owl

The Owl Bar • $
2424 Dunstan Rd Suite 150, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Raspberry Dreams
Pepperoni Pizza

“This is the perfect place to have a conversation over drinks. The ambiance is chill, the drinks were well priced (especially for the area). The vault is a great area to lounge and play table top games. I've been several times and I'll def be back.“

4.3 Superb69 Reviews
Scary Canary Pub - Copperfield Pubs • $
8670 Hwy 6 N, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Strip Basket of French Fries
2 Eggrolls with Sweet Chilli Sauce
Korean BBQ and Garlic Honey Wings
Basket of Fries with Fry Sauce
Chicken Finger Basket Served
Steak Finger Basket Served
Lemon Pepper Wings
Pepperoni Pizza
Buffalo Wings
Starburst

“Yesssssssssssssssss JC loves the bartender“

4.3 Superb87 Reviews
Beamer's Bar • $$
12057 Beamer Rd, Houston

“Awesome place to drink, the bartender Kaylee is the best and very attentive😁“

4.2 Good26 Reviews
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Komodos

Komodos Pubs • $
2004 Baldwin St, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Shots Shots Shots

“This is a very chill spot for drinks with a small outdoor patio. Inside is cozy, with a cheers like vibe. Drinks are cheap. No food served inside but it is next to a columbian food truck. TouchTunes. Usually can find 1-2 chess games being played (boards are stored with the bar tenders and are behind the bar). Parking can be hard to find on weekends“

4 Good53 Reviews
The Continental Club Bar • $$
3714 Main St, Houston

“Great place with a mellow vibe. For all the people saying you get over charged at the door, there is a pre-purchase price and then door price (like 98% of all venues) so if you want to save a couple bucks, plan ahead and pre-purchase your tickets online. If you buy at the door it will be a few bucks more. Simple as that!“

4.2 Good97 Reviews
Cozy Corner Bar • $
11530 Burdine St UNIT A, Houston

“people watching karaoke and tequila“

4.1 Good42 Reviews
Paul's Restaurant and Bar Seafood • $
1704 Hwy 6, Houston

Customers` Favorites

Paul's Famous Fried Shrimp
Avocado Onion Ring Burger
Oysters on the Half Shell
Crawfish Tail 1 2 lb
Chips and Salsa
Oyster Sampler
Fish and Chips
Seafood Gumbo
Oyster Platter
Seafood Boil

“The kids and I ate there last night!! It was great!! Food was delicious the service was awesome!! It’s definitely a unique little spot!! Highly recommend!!“

4.2 Good110 Reviews
Montana's Saloon Bar • $
22704 TX-494 Loop, Kingwood

Customers` Favorites

Modelo Espesial Corona
Cuervo Gold Shot

“I love this bar because it is where I go to catch an Astros game and not see too many familiar faces. It's a word of mouth type of place. I've been running karaoke here 4 nights a week for 7 years and it's always a blast. Of course I'm biased but if I didn't work here I'd still be drinking and hanging out here.“

4.1 Good49 Reviews
Last Concert Cafe Tex-Mex • $
1403 Nance St, Houston

“Absolutely one of the coolest spots in Houston and arguably all of North America“

4.1 Good105 Reviews
Hoot County Saloon Bar • $
15655 John F Kennedy Blvd, Houston

“gorgeous staff, amazing guys all around, great place to dive in simply love it“

3.8 Good71 Reviews
Cellar Bar Bar • $
16611 Sea Lark Rd, Houston

“Wonderful time. Just listened to the regulars and enjoyed the stories. When you can tell a dude that his calf, an artificial limb with Astros logos all over, looks great and an awesome conversation breaks out, you are in a good place. Thanks all!!!!!“

3.7 Good30 Reviews

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